Microscopic examination of horse feces to determine parasites

Microscopic examination of horse feces to determine parasites

Horses excrete up to 20 kg of feces daily, making a fecal sample easy to collect and providing valuable insight into the animal's health. Regular parasitological examination helps detect intestinal parasite infestation early and treat it effectively. Fecal analysis is particularly strongly recommended for cases of digestive disorders, while veterinarians recommend two to four control samples per year for healthy horses. Thanks to the modified McMaster method, the parasite stages can be counted microscopically to precisely determine the infestation and avoid unnecessary administration of deworming medication. This contributes to the long-term health of the horses and sustainable parasite control.

The modified McMaster method reliably detects parasite stages in a horse's intestine. Endoparasite eggs are counted in the feces under a microscope to determine the degree of infestation. This precise diagnostic method enables targeted deworming, avoiding unnecessary medication, which has a positive impact on the horse's health and the development of parasite resistance.